He Is Chrome
Growing up Chrome says he was never very stable, ‘I’ve lived in North, South, East and West, i’ve always been moving’, but now the 25 year old is ready to firmly root himself as a solo artist. Flavour was excited to find out more about the man behind the steely façade… A chance meeting and subsequent collaborations with Dizzee Rascal,...
Jason Derulo
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jason Derulo has already made history with his previous single ‘Don’t Wanna Go Home’ reaching the number spot. This is not the first time that the R&B crooner has graced our charts, with his first album he rose to fame with his infectious single ‘In My Head’ and now he’s set to bring it back to the...
Dionne Bromfield teams up with Mz Bratt
What do you get when you put one of the most exciting female soul singers with a lady known as the Queen of Grime? Well, here’s the answer…. Two of the UK’s hottest female talents Dionne Bromfield and Mz Bratt have teamed up to provide the leading single, ‘Ouch’ for the new British horror flick 'Demons Never Die'. Dionne, the...
Sneakbo: A New Wave
Sneakbo has been the name on every ones lips in the UK music scene this year.If you don’t know about the 18 year old from Brixton, he has been causing a frenzy with his tune ‘The Wave’ which has already gained over 4.5 million views on YouTube just from word on the street. His following has led to collaborations...
AnGel – 7 Minutes Before Time
Singer, writer, producer, rapper and part time Superman; AnGel is the one to watch in 2011.This home grown artist is bringing out his new EP, ‘7 Minutes Before Time’ featuring the best of the UK with features from Maxta, Wiley, Temps, Giggs, Scorcher, Gfrsh, Sneakbo and Wretch 32.AnGel has been busy grinding in the scene, building up to this...
The Voice Of Breakfast Radio: Capital FM’s Dan Kelly
Dan Kelly is Capital FM’s breakfast presenter broadcasting across Birmingham every morning between 6-10am. His far above the ground energetic and quirky personality, are instantly recognised having been fronting the show since its re-launch earlier this year. Also alongside him is his dazzling co-host Katy, who is also responsible for waking up over 470,000 people who listen to the...
New face of Google Chrome UK
Young entrepreneur Jamal Edwards is now the face of Google Chrome UKJamal Edwards, 21, founder of online music channel SBTV; the UK’s leading online youth broadcaster is now the face of Google Chrome UK. The young entrepreneur, who has turned his hobby into a media empire, is taking the UK by storm and soaring to new heights.The Young man...
Soulja boy: “F**k Army Troops”
Soulja Boy says something obnoxious once again and this time its against US Army troops.Police have been hated in Hip hop for years, and now DeAndre Way, known more commonly as Soulja Boy, 21, passes this hate on to Americas army troops on his latest mix tape called “The Last Crown.” The track “Lets Be Real” features him saying:“F**k...
Aloe Blacc: Relevant, nerdy and relaxed…
The popular, critically acclaimed anthem ‘I Need a Dollar’ has not only sat proudly and comfortably at the top of the UK charts, but it has also effortlessly gained significant airplay on leading radio stations across the UK, making it one of the bestselling tracks this summer. The talented Aloe Blacc is the artist responsible for the song’s success and...
Flavour Live at Avalon, Sept 14
September 14 sees the return of this month’s Flavour Live, which is guaranteed to be a night you will not want to miss. Hosted in the hedonistic paradise of Avalon, located in the heart of trendy Shoreditch , the star-studded show will have performances from Ruff Diamondz, Jaya, Crystal Celebrity, Dray Delta, RIO, Meany, Hatty Keane, Ebru, Joel Culpepper and Steelo...
Meet the newest kid on the block…PW
Akheim Allen is making waves in the vast ocean of the urban scene and has managed to get himself noticed as one of the most promising new artists to surface this year. His single ‘Sensible’ is out on September 19th and comes from his forthcoming mix tape ‘NKOTB’. Meet the newest kid on the block…PW. Not only has he secured...
One to Watch: Rotimi
New boy on the music block Rotimi is one to watch out for this year.The singer, songwriter and actor has released a video for his brand new single ‘Hello’ featuring New York’s freshest Hip Hop act, Mickey Factz.The singer hailing from New Jersey has powerful vocals and a swagger that you can smell a mile off. The dude has...
Flavour reports from Creating Higher Heights
Following the recent riots which have left many youngsters nowadays facing a lack of appreciation, a youth organisation in Birmingham is out to prove the opposite with the launch of a community project. Creating Higher Heights founded by Davina Patterson, provides helpful skills as well as offering experiences through education for young people in order to prepare them for...
Bluey Robinson is Back
Bluey Robinson spoke to Flavour Magazine in July about his joy of being signed with Sony over the summer, after his music received nearly a million views on YouTube - causing heads to turn.The super talented swooner is back with the official video for his new single, ‘Coming Back’. The single is set for release at the end of...
Chipmunk: On pretty girls, US recognition and the N-Dubz ‘split’…
A crowd of fans filled the rooftop of the Southbank’s Queen Elizabeth Hall to watch platinum selling rapper Chipmunk throw an intimate gig to promote huge sports brands Adidas Originals and Footlocker. Flavour reporters Maz and Catherine popped over to catch the UK chart-topper moments before he hit the stage to find out his taste in ladies, how he feels...
Ed Sheeran
Describing his sound as ‘acoustic soul’, Ed Sheeran’s on the fast track to becoming one of the UK’s most sought-after artists, with recognition from Example to Elton John. A stint with homelessness has not only spurred him on to make it as a performer, but also provided great material for some of his songs, like ‘The A Team’. Here Ed...
Debbie Aramide
Introducing Debbie Aramide: A fresh faced singer/songwriter from North London, determined to make her stamp in the UK’s music scene.From the age of six she has been crafting her talent, attending theatre school, trained by Tameka Epsom and has become a regular performer at Somerset House, now as 22 year old law graduate, she has performed at LoveBox Festival,...
Ms Dynamite
Lyrically she’s dangerous, physically she’s fierce. Her ability to produce high-energy club music surpasses many, while her style and technique prove ever difficult to rival. One other refreshing characteristic is the fact that she has managed to maintain her career as a female MC, without compromise. Flavour gets the lowdown... What you see is what you get, and Niomi Arleen McLean-Daley...
Ooh Mr Midas has a new track
British dance-hall prince, Mr Midas has released a new single with a crazy video to go with it.The energetic Londoner’s new single, Ooh Whooa Whoa is full of energy and is set to be a hit on the dance floor. The crazy video somehow manages to incorporate pirates, space and hot girls all under 4 minutes!Entwining his Jamaican roots...
The Trinity Band: Voices, vibes and vision
More than 10,000 bands and acts entered the Live and Unsigned music competition held back in January. Battling through auditions to get to the live regional finals, the best talent made it through to the area finals and then to the national grand final held at the London 02. And it was here that super-talented The Trinity Band were...
Muhsinah – The Golden Girl On Top Form!
Muhsinah has released a free to download EP, named Gone, featuring six great neo-soul/electro influenced songs. Her voice is exactly that of a golden girl, whom got herself a Grammy nomination.Pronounced Mu-se-na, singer, songwriter, arranger, composer, producer, and dreamer, lover, Muhsinah was nominated for a “Best Vocal Performance” Grammy award for her work with The Foreign Exchange, which is...
T.I to have his own reality TV show
T.I has hardly taken his shoes off since being released from prison yesterday, yet it has already been announced that he will be appearing in his own VH1 reality show.This statement was released yesterday:‘VH1 is teaming up with multi-platinum recording artist and America’s top selling rapper T.I. as he re-adjusts to life as a free man after being incarcerated...
‘Tha Carter IV’ Has Arrived
I don't know about you, but I have been waiting for 'Tha Carter IV' for what seems like an eternity. The rappers ninth album release was initially due to be released earlier in the year as a follow up to the triple platinum selling 'The Carter III' which dropped in 2008.Unfortunately due to Wayne’s recent stint in jail and...
The MOBO Award nominations are out
And the winner is... Well we won’t know that for another month, but we do know who has been nominated! Jessie J leads the nominations for this years’ MOBO with an incredible five nominations, including best album for Who You are. The stunned purple head beauty said: 'I am so honoured to be nominated. I have watched so many of...
Notting Hill Carnival 2011: The Best Outfits
Notting Hill Carnival was back this bank holiday weekend, despite rumours that the event might be shut down. Flavour magazine was at carnival and we saw some spectacular outfits that put us plain clothed people to shame.Some ladies left little to the imagination in the name of carnival art.These ladies got down in black with an amazing dance performance. The...
Bruno Mars Files Lawsuit
Bruno Mars is the man of the moment after his stunning performance at this years VMAs where he won hearts with his tribute to Amy Winehouse by singing her hit 'Valerie'. He even won around some enemies. Tyler The Creator said in song 'Yonkers' "I'll stab Bruno Mars in his goddamn esophagus/and won't stop until the cops come in."...
Donaeo releases a new single and album within one week
After the success of his 2009 debut Party Hard LP, king of Funky House, Donaeo has announced that he will be releasing a new album in October. The album Indigo Child is set for release on October 17, and features new single When Angels Sing. The video for this hot track was shot in Rome and directed by Michael Holyk.In...
BBC Children in Need Returns
Good guys BBC Children in Need has launched the first ever ‘BBC Children in Need POP Goes the Musical 2011’ which is coming to you this September. The line up is promised to be star studded and gives celebrities the chance to perform hit songs from top shows. The musical hopes to raise thousands for children and young people...
Boyz II Men to perform at this year’s MOBO Awards
Boyz II Men will be celebrating 20 years in the music industry with a special performance at this year’s MOBO Awards. The coveted awards will be held in Glasgow on October 5 and will be co-hosted by American star, Jason Derulo. Selling over 60 million albums worldwide, Boyz II Men are the most successful RnB group of all time. They...
Beyonce Glistens in 1+1 video
After being delayed from its initial release, Beyonce's 1+1 video has finally premiered!The song, which was produced by The Dream and Tricky Stewart features on Bey's fourth album, cleverly named '4'.The sexy singer has had her share of great videos over the last few years. The video for Single Ladies was seen by thousands on Youtube and who can...